- Compiled a professional record of 78-13-1 with 58 knockout wins.
- Defeated his last three opponents before retiring in 1973.
- Defeated world 10-ten rated heavyweight contenders Alex Miteff, Ernie Terrell, Alonzo Johnson, Billy Daniels, Young Jack Johnson. and Roger Rischer.
- In 1964 was shot by a Houston, Texas police officer during a traffic stop; lost the function of one kidney as a result.
- Knocked out twice by future heavyweight king Sonny Liston.
- Noted for his extremely muscular build and awesome knockout power.
- Professional heavyweight boxer from 1951 to 1973.
- Scored 19 first round knockout victories in his 22 year career.
- Took a 65-5 record with 55 knockouts into his title fight with World Heavyweight Champion Muhammad Ali.
- Was undefeated in his first 27 fights, 25 by knockout.
- Survived his wife Irene, and son Ruben.
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